Serving 214 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dayton Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Dayton Heights Elementary serves the northeast part of Los Angeles, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dayton Heights Elementary School's student population of 214 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
214 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Dayton Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dayton Heights Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2545 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
90%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayton Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Dayton Heights Elementary School is ranked #2545 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dayton Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Dayton Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dyer Street Elementary School, Fifty-fourth Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dayton Heights Elementary School?
214 students attend Dayton Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Dayton Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dayton Heights Elementary School?
Dayton Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dayton Heights Elementary School offer ?
Dayton Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dayton Heights Elementary School part of?
Dayton Heights Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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